How to apply
Our standard International Foundation Programme (IFP) has entry points in September and January.
For both entry points there is the option of joining our campus-based IFP or studying remotely on our IFP Online.
Applications may be made through UCAS, or directly to the International Foundation Programme at the University of Reading. You should only apply through one route.
Applying directly
Candidates for the IFP can apply through our online application service. The online service allows you to complete your application form and attach electronic copies of your academic transcripts, English language certificates and other supporting documents. Please find links to the online form for each of the available intakes below:
IFP Online September 2021 entry
If you are unable to apply online, you can request a paper application form by telephoning +44 (0) 118 378 8372 or emailing ifpadmissions@reading.ac.uk
Applying through UCAS
Our 4-year undergraduate degrees with integrated foundation year can only be applied to through UCAS. Follow the course links below, or go directly to our How to apply page and select the UCAS link in the Undergraduate Courses section. You can also apply for the IFP through UCAS. If you apply through UCAS you must follow the UCAS procedures and use the following UCAS course codes for the University of Reading:
International Foundation Programme (IFP) - September N1Q3
International Foundation Programme (IFP) - January Q3N1
International Foundation Programme (Online) - September NQ15
International Foundation Programme (Online) - January Q3N2
BA Economics with International Foundation Year - September Entry L1F1
BA Economics with International Foundation Year - January Entry L1F2
LLB Law with International Foundation Year for international students M1Q3
BA Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year - September Entry PV18
BA Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year - January Entry PV19
BA Politics and International Relations with International Foundation Year - September Entry L257
BA Politics and International Relations with International Foundation Year - January Entry L256
BEng Architectural Engineering with International Foundation Year - September Entry K251
BSc Agricultural Business Management with International Foundation Year - September Entry D4N3
BSc Agricultural Business Management with International Foundation Year - January Entry D4N4
BSc Agriculture with International Foundation Year - September Entry D403
BSc Architecture with International Foundation Year - September Entry K101
BSc Building Surveying with International Foundation Year - September Entry K231
BSc Building Surveying with International Foundation Year - January Entry K232
BSc Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation Year - September Entry K291
BSc Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation Year - January Entry K292
BSc Construction Management with International Foundation Year - September Entry K221
BSc Construction Management with International Foundation Year - January Entry K222
BSc Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with International Foundation Year - September Entry CN86
BSc Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with International Foundation Year - January Entry CN87
BSc Economics and Finance with International Foundation Year - September Entry LN14
BSc Economics and Finance with International Foundation Year - January Entry LN15
BSc Environmental Science with International Foundation Year - September Entry F850
BSc Food Science with International Foundation Year - September Entry D661
BSc Food Marketing and Business Economics with International Foundation Year - September Entry DL62
BSc Food Marketing and Business Economics with International Foundation Year - January Entry DL63
BSc Mathematics with International Foundation Year - September Entry G102
BSc Meteorology and Climate with International Foundation Year - September Entry F792
BSc Psychology with International Foundation Year - September Entry C803
BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year - September Entry K241
BSc Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year - January Entry K242
Visas
You may need to apply for a visa before you come to study at Reading. For more information on visas please visit the government webpages (https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa/overview). If you need help with your application we have an immigration advice team who will be happy to help. They can be contacted via immigration@reading.ac.uk
You can also access our list of Frequently Asked Questions at FAQS for answers to general immigration queries.
You are strongly advised to apply for your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) and apply for your visa in good time. You can apply for a visa up to 3 months in advance of your intended date of travel to the UK.